Parallel Wireless Backhaul Module (BHM-201)

Models: BHM-201-01, BHM-201-02, BHM-201-04, BHM-201-05, BHM-201-06, BHM-201-07, BHM-201-08

Overview
The Parallel Wireless Backhaul Module (BHM) provides wireless backhaul and
meshing capabilities for the Parallel Wireless Converged Wireless System (CWS)
BHM-201 radio product family.

Each BHM can support up to two radio modems: a 5 GHz Wi-Fi modem for
Low-Cost Wireless meshing, or LTE modem for backhaul. Either radio modem or a combination of
Backhaul and modems can be selected to offer the following connectivity options:
Meshing capability
Model Modem(s) Mesh (dBm) LTE Backhaul (dBm)
from Parallel Wireless
BHM-201-01 Single LTE Wireless Backhaul - 23dBm1
Key Features BHM-201-02 Single Mesh 25dBm -
• Plug-n-Play RJ45 BHM-201-04 Mesh and LTE Backhaul 25dBm 23dBm1
interface for CWS BHM-201-05 Dual Mesh 2 x 25dBm -
connectivity BHM-201-06 Mesh and LTE Backhaul 18dBm 23dBm1
• Daisy-chaining BHM-201-07 Dual Mesh 2 x 18dBm -
between CWS, BHM-201-08 Single Mesh 18dBm -
eliminating the need
for costly fixed
backhaul The BHM unit has a very low power
• LTE and in-band consumption (under 18 W) and is
backhaul powered through one of the Ethernet
Key Benefits connectors (Port 1), drawing power
directly from the local CWS radio
• Rugged outdoor PoE+ output, from an external PoE+
backhaul solution injector, or for use with 48V DC
• Lowers overall power kit e.g. for compatibility with
deployment TCO solar cells and UPS systems.
• Simplifies and adds
Electrical interfacing is made
flexibility to network
between BHM-201 and the local
deployments
Figure 1. BHM-201 Wireless Backhaul Module

CWS through one of two Ethernet (RJ45) connectors. This interface connects internally to each installed
modem.

Each BHM modem has the option of using direct connected antennas (no cables needed) or to connect to
other antennas (such as higher gain or directional antennas) located on the tower or at the cell site. In either

1 LTE Bands: B1 (2100MHz), B2 (1900MHz), B3 (1800MHz), B5 (850MHz), B7 (2600MHz), B8 (900MHz), B20 (800MHz)

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scenario, the antennas connect through a pair of weatherproof N-Type connectors on the base or top of the
unit.

BHM-201 Key Features and Capabilities:

• Wireless backhaul and multi-point-to-multi-point (MPtMP) wireless mesh

• Integrated antennas or remotely located external antennas options
• Enables daisy-chaining between CWS hardware
• 3GPP compliant “Plug-n-Play” security
• 3GPP compliant across all components
• Rugged metal housing suitable for outdoor use
• Carrier-grade hardware
• Low power consumption

CWS

BHM

Figure 2. Integration example: BHM with CWS radio

BHM Benefits Include:

• Plug-n-Play
o Compatible with any Parallel Wireless CWS radio
o Simple installation possible with low-skilled labor
o Remote configuration through HetNet Gateway
o Small form-factor reduces visual impact of installation on buildings or poles
• Simple Network Expansion
o Easily expand your network via CWS daisy chaining or CWS clustering
o Quickly and easily provides connectivity to backhaul-challenged environments
o Improves outdoor coverage in rural not-spots
o Quickly increases capacity in high density urban environments
• Overall TCO reduction:

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 o Significant reduction in OPEX/maintenance costs:
o No need to invest in fixed backhaul
o Low power consumption
BHM-201 Specifications at a Glance:

Capability BHM-201
Up to 2 pluggable modems can be installed offering:
• Single 5GHz WiFi Mesh
Radio configurations • Dual 5GHz WiFi Mesh
• Single LTE Backhaul
• 5GHz WiFi Mesh + LTE backhaul
• MiniPCIe
• 2x2 MIMO
Wi-Fi Radio (Mesh)
• 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• 18-25dBm (options) RF Tx Output Power
• MiniPCIe
• 2x2 MIMO
LTE Radio (Backhaul) • Bands: B1-B5, B7, B8, B12 (B17), B13, B20, B25, B26, B29, B30, B41
**Some bands are future configurations**
• 23dBm RF Tx Output Power
Security IPsec
4 N-Type antenna ports
RF Connectors and Antenna Ports
Antennas can directly be connected to BHM unit or remotely located
Data Connectors Two Cat6 Ethernet RJ45 with glands
PoE+ (less than 30W) via RJ-45 (PoE+ PD).
Input Power (PoE+) No dedicated power connectors are required.
Compatible with the Parallel Wireless CWS-nK radio units, with PoE+ output
-48VDC
Input Voltage (VDC) Compatible with solar cells and UPS systems.
DC power kit is available.
Power Consumption <18 W (typ.)
Internal Pressure Stabilization GoreVent
228.6 mm x 256.5 mm x 95 mm
Dimensions
9” x 10.1” x 3.7”
Volume 5.6 L
Weight 2.3 kg (5 lbs)
Enclosure Aluminum
Cooling Passively cooled (no fans).
Mounting Options Building, wall or pole mount.
Regulatory Requirements Meets regulatory requirements for each region, including DFS-support.
Compliance (in progress) Meets CE-requirements, along with Wi-Fi and LTE requirements by region

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 BHM-201 Certification (In Progress)

Certification BHM-201
IP66
Weatherproof
No ingress of dust or water projected from any direction.
Altitude 3900m
EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1
Health & Safety
EN 60950-22
General:
EN 300 386
EN 301 489-1 Class B / EN 301 489-3 Class B

Radiated & Conducted Emission:

EN55022
EN55024

Radiated Immunity:
EN61000-4-3

EMC / EMI Conducted Immunity:

EN61000-4-6

Electrical Fast Transient:

EN61000-4-4

ESD:
EN61000-4-2

Surge:
EN61000-4-5
GR 1089

3GPP TS 136 521 Rel.11

EN 300 440-1, -2
EN 301 511
RF/Radio EN 301 908-1,-2, -13, -17
EN 301 893
EN 302 502
RoHS II Directive 2011/65/EU
Environmental WEEE Directive 2012-19-EU
REACH Regulation no. 1907/2006

For additional information about the Parallel Wireless BHM-201 or CWS family of products, please e-
mail orders@parallelwireless.com.

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